Yes, a visa is required to travel from Norway to Ethiopia.
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Do I need a visa for Ethiopia from Norway?
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Norwegian travellers need a visa for Ethiopia. The simplest option is the electronic visa (e-Visa), applied for online before departure; a visa on arrival may also be issued at Addis Ababa airport.
Norwegian nationals travelling to Ethiopia apply on the official e-Visa portal before they travel. The process is fully online and the approved authorisation is presented on arrival at Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa). The passport must be valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Norwegians are not visa-exempt for Ethiopia. The tourist e-Visa is obtained before departure through the official portal; a visa on arrival is also possible at Addis Ababa airport. Applying for the e-Visa in advance is more predictable than waiting at the desk.
How and where to apply
Submit your application on the official portal evisa.gov.et: online form, a digital passport photo and a copy of the passport page. Payment is made by card on the portal and the approval is sent by email. Print the approval letter to show at Ethiopian immigration.
Documents and fees
Have a Norwegian passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a return ticket and an address of accommodation in Ethiopia. The visa fee is not set here: refer to the official rate displayed on the e-Visa portal. A yellow-fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on your itinerary: check this point.
Processing and tips
Apply several days before departure to allow time for online processing. Check that the data entered matches the passport exactly, as any discrepancy can invalidate the visa. Note the validity period and length of stay allowed, and consult the Norwegian foreign ministry travel advice.
Common mistakes
Use only the official government portal: many intermediary sites charge extra fees. Travelling without printing the approval, or overlooking a possible yellow-fever requirement, can cause a refusal. Finally, a passport with less than six months' validity leads to a boarding refusal.
Essential Ethiopia information
Ethiopia is a landlocked country in East Africa, cradle of human civilization with sites like Lucy. It is Africa's second most populous nation, known for its ethnic and linguistic diversity. Its economy is growing rapidly despite security and climate challenges.
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Practical travel information
- Amharique
- Oromo
- Tigrinya
- Somali
Essential preparations
- Police : 991
- Ambulance : 907
- Fire brigade : 922
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Ethiopia from Norway?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Norway directly at the Ethiopia border (allowed duration: 3 months).
How long can you stay in Ethiopia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 3 months.
What other visa types exist for Ethiopia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Ethiopia offers among others: Student visa, Investor visa, Business eVisa, Work visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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